Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park Heights Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Heights Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Park Heights Academy's student population of 350 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Park Heights Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Heights Academy is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1280 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
90%
33%
White
3%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Heights Academy's ranking?
Park Heights Academy is ranked #1280 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Park Heights Academy often compared to?
Park Heights Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Callaway Elementary School, Cross Country Elementary Middle School, Creative City Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Park Heights Academy?
350 students attend Park Heights Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Park Heights Academy students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Heights Academy?
Park Heights Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Park Heights Academy offer ?
Park Heights Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Park Heights Academy part of?
Park Heights Academy is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Park Heights Academy located?
Park Heights Academy is located in the Edgecomb neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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